Senior Payroll Specialist (Manager level) - E-commerce Start Up

This role manages end-to-end payroll operations for Japan and supports compliance with local labor, tax, and social insurance laws. You'll work cross-functionally to improve payroll processes, drive operational efficiency, and support key initiatives across the APAC region.

Client Details

This rapidly growing commerce company has become a leading force in Asia's tech-driven retail and logistics landscape. With the culture of a start up and the scale of a global enterprise, the organization empowers its teams to innovate boldly, execute fast, and continuously improve the customer experience. Employees thrive in a hands-on environment where entrepreneurial thinking, agility, and global collaboration are part of everyday life. There are 1500 employees in Japan (full time and contract workers).

Description

-Manage monthly payroll execution for Japan

-Ensure compliance with local labor and tax laws

-Coordinate with HR, Finance, and Legal on payroll issues

-Oversee year-end adjustments and statutory filings

-Maintain accurate payroll accruals and expense tracking

-Collaborate with third-party payroll vendors and ensure SLA delivery

-Provide payroll analytics and reporting to stakeholders

-Support system enhancements and process improvements

-Contribute to strategic payroll planning and initiatives

-Lead or support payroll-related projects and audits

Job Offer

• Competitive salary package up to 14M JPY.
• Performance incentive paid annually.
• Permanent role within a large organization starting up in Japan.
• Opportunities to work with cross-functional teams in Human Resources and Finance.
• Professional work environment with a focus on compliance and accuracy.
• Potential for career growth and development within the payroll function.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Jeff Henderson on +813 6627 6055

-Proven experience in payroll management.

-Strong knowledge of payroll systems and local labor laws.

-Excellent organizational and analytical skills.

-Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

-Effective communication skills to liaise with internal teams and external authorities.

-Proficiency in relevant software and tools used in payroll processing.

-8+ years of payroll experience, ideally in Japan.

-In-depth knowledge of Japanese payroll law and tax regulations.

-Bachelor's degree

-Business-level English and fluent-level Japanese.

-Hands-on experience with payroll systems (Workday, SAP preferred)

-Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

-Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

-Experience working with third-party payroll vendors

-Experience managing payroll for multiple countries (preferred)

-Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment